The Megyn Kelly Show Harry and Meghan Get Booed, and a Free Speech Victory, with Ilya Shapiro and Mark Steyn | Ep. 335
Jun 3, 2022
Ilya Shapiro, an American legal scholar and author, discusses his victory in a free speech controversy at Georgetown Law and the cultural implications of cancel culture. He shares insights on the challenges of defending controversial opinions and the fallout from social media backlash. Journalist Mark Steyn joins to critique Harry and Meghan's recent booing at the Queen's Jubilee, exploring royal traditions versus celebrity personas. They also discuss Biden's gun control measures and the complexities of identity politics in contemporary discourse.
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The Tweet
- Ilya Shapiro tweeted questioning Biden's Supreme Court nominee criteria.
- This caused a firestorm, leading to a 4-month investigation by Georgetown.
Overreaction
- Removing a tweet and explaining its intent should suffice in a reasonable world, says Megyn Kelly.
- The incident highlights the excessive scrutiny applied to online discourse.
Personal Toll
- Shapiro describes the initial days after the tweet as the second worst of his life.
- He experienced physical health issues and worried about providing for his family.
